Metolar 1 Mg Injection (Metoprolol Tartrate)

SKU

CMS2286

USA Brand Name

Toprol XR

Strength

1mg

Generic Name

Metoprolol Tartrate

Manufacturer

Cipla, India

## Metolar 1 Mg Injection (Metoprolol Tartrate)

## What Is The Generic Name For Metolar 1 Mg Injection:

Metoprolol Tartrate is the generic version for Metolar 1 mg Injection

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Metolar 1 Mg Injection (Metoprolol Tartrate):

Toprol XR

## About Metolar 1 Mg Injection (Metoprolol Tartrate)

Metolar 1 mg Injection contains an active ingredient, Metoprolol Tartrate, which is used in the treatment of chest pain (Angina), heart attack and high blood pressure prevention. It is available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores and must be given by doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer:

Cipla, India is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Metolar 1 mg Injection.

## Strength :

Metolar 1 mg Injection contains an active ingredient, Metoprolol Tartrate, which is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Metolar 1 Mg Injection (Metoprolol Tartrate):

Metolar 1 mg Injection is used in the treatment in following conditions:

Hypertension

Angina Pectoris

Heart Attack

Congestive Heart Failure

Hyperthyroidism

Migraine Prevention

## How Metolar 1 Mg Injection (Metoprolol Tartrate) Works:

Metolar 1 mg Injection has an active ingredient; Metoprolol Tartrate, is a long-acting beta blocker that works specifically on the heart. It basically works by slowing down the heart rate and makes the heart more efficient at pumping blood around the body.

## Before You Use Metolar 1 Mg Injection (Metoprolol Tartrate):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Metoprolol Tartrate

You are not having any serious Disease

Your doctor must know about your medical history (about your Surgeries, all diseases, pre- existing disease and Medications, Supplements, Food Habits, etc.)

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Metolar 1 Mg Injection (Metoprolol Tartrate):

You should avoid taking alcohol

You should avoid driving

You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Metolar 1 Mg Injection (Metoprolol Tartrate):

You should not take Metolar 1 mg Injection if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity

Have Liver disease

Have Heart diseases

Have Circulatory disorders

Have Heart Failure

Have Heart rhythm disorders

Have impaired kidney function

Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have Allergy to The Injection

Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs

Recently have a heart attack

Have Liver/ Kidney disease

Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive

Are Breastfeeding

## Dosage:

Metolar 1 mg Injection contains an active ingredient, Metoprolol Tartrate, which is used in the treatment of chest pain (Angina ) , heart attack and high blood pressure. It is available in various strengths and substitutes and must be given on doctor’s prescription only. You should consult your doctor for dosage and time because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Metolar 1 mg Injection at a fixed time with or without food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take this medicine regularly by time for better effects.

## How Much Of The Metolar 1 Mg Injection (Metoprolol Tartrate) to Be Used:

As Metolar 1 mg Injection is available in various strengths and substitutes, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Metolar 1 mg Injection. Do not take the Injection on your own and for longer time than recommended by doctor.

## How To Take The Metolar 1 Mg Injection (Metoprolol Tartrate):

Metolar 1 mg Injection should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. Your doctor or nurse will give you Metolar 1 mg Injection. Kindly do not self administer this medicine.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Metolar 1 Mg Injection (Metoprolol Tartrate):

You are always advised to take Metolar 1 mg Injection as prescribed. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Do not take the Injection in smaller or larger amount or for longer than prescribed by your doctor.

## Overdose:

Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately in case of any overdose symptoms. Since Metolar 1 mg Injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if any overdose symptoms is suspected.

## Missed Dose:

The missed dosage of the medicine should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dosage of the medicine if it is already time for your next scheduled dosage. Do not take double dosage of the medicine to make up for the missed dosage. Since Metolar 1 mg Injection is administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dosage is very low.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Metolar 1 Mg Injection (Metoprolol Tartrate):

Chest pain and discomfort

Decreased blood pressure

Blurred vision

Dizziness

Slow heart beat

Shortness of breath

Nausea or vomiting

Orthostatic hypotension

Skin rash

Fatigue

Headache

Stomach pain

Cold extremities

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Metolar 1 mg Injection. This can produce some undesirable effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You must always tell your doctor if you are on other medication or Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

Amlodipine

Diltiazem

Aminophylline

Ergotamine

## There are disease interactions with Metoprolol Tartrate which include:

Asthma

Heart Block

Diabetes

Liver disease

Glaucoma

High cholesterol and fat

Ischemic Heart Disease

Pheochromocytoma

Bronchospastic Disease

Thyrotoxicosis

Peripheral Vascular Diseases

## Warning And Precaution:

Metolar 1 mg Injection can worsen the conditions like:

Allergy

Liver/ Kidney Diseases

You must always consult your doctor to get best possible treatment when you are suffering from any of these conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Keep out of reach of children

You must monitor your blood sugar levels regularly

You must eat healthy (low-fat, high-fibre, low-sodium diet), quit smoking, increase physical activity, watch your weight, and reduce stress

You must always read the information properly written on the leaflet of medicine.

You must always consult your doctor if you have any doubt related to dosage, time and strength of the medicine.

## Indications:

Metolar 1 mg Injection should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine for shorter or longer time than prescribed by the Doctor.

## Storage :

Store the Metolar 1 mg Injection at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the Injection should be intact and not damaged while storing.